Title
Role of catalase in the virulence of Brucella melitensis in pregnant goats
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-19-2004
Abstract
An isogenic katE mutant derived from virulent Brucella melitensis 16M displays hypersensitivity to hydrogen peroxide in disk sensitivity assays but retains the capacity to colonize pregnant goats and induce abortion. These experimental findings indicate that although the sole periplasmic catalase of Brucella melitensis functions as an antioxidant, this enzyme does not play a critical role in virulence in the natural host. © 2004 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Veterinary Microbiology
First Page
111
Last Page
115
Recommended Citation
Gee, J., Kovach, M., Grippe, V., Hagius, S., Walker, J., Elzer, P., & Roop, R. (2004). Role of catalase in the virulence of Brucella melitensis in pregnant goats. Veterinary Microbiology, 102 (1-2), 111-115. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vetmic.2004.05.009